Administration

The Director of Administration serves as the Chief Administrative Officer of the Municipal Corporation; leading, planning, organizing, and directing the portions of the central administration of the City of Franklin toward the fulfillment of goals and policies determined by the Common Council.

The Director coordinates the day-to-day administrative activities of the City, excluding the administrative functions of the City Clerk and Finance Department, introduces new methods and procedures among City departments, and apprises the Mayor and Common Council on operating results.  The Director has the responsibility of overseeing the City's insurance program. 

SERVICES:

• Attends Common Council meetings; provides staff support and attends Board and Commission meetings as necessary. 

• In conjunction with the Personnel Committee, and with support from the Human Resource Coordinator, is responsible for negotiation and administration of collectively bargained labor agreements and recruitment of non-sworn personnel. 

• Administration of the City's liability and property insurance. 

• In coordination with the Human Resource Coordinator, administers human resources systems, including the City's workers' compensation and employee health insurance programs. 

• Develops, recommends, and maintains Human Resource policies and procedures. 

• Coordinates staff training and development as requested by Department Heads. 

• Coordinates the development and publication of the City's newsletter. 

• Represents the City in intergovernmental and legislative functions. 

• Maintains and upgrades the City's website and cable television channel. 

• Maintains the City's information technology and voice communications systems. 

• Provides staff support to the Personnel Committee and Technology Commission. 

• Coordinates the City's annual employee performance evaluation procedure.

• Oversees the Assessor, Animal Control, Recreation, Municipal Buildings, Planning, and Building Inspection offices and staff.